Algarve :
The Algarve is the Southernmost region of Portugal and one of Europe's most favoured holiday destinations, well known for glorious sunshine and excellent sandy beaches. It is a popular destination with golfers and families. The Algarve has one of the world's finest natural shorelines with 167 km of golden sandy beaches rated by many as the best in Europe. It has amazing countryside, vibrant nightlife, fantastic golf courses, excellent cuisine, and a rich cultural heritage and history. The people have a friendly charm and warm welcome. The beautiful resorts, superb climate, and excellent golfing ensure something for everyone in the ever popular Algarve. The warm and sunny conditions all year round allows visitors the opportunity to enjoy a wide variety of sport, cultural and leisure activities. Places to visit include the Marina at Vilamoura, Ria Formosa Nature Reserve, Monchique mountains, the Moorish castle at Silves, the pretty village of Alte, fishing village of Carvoeiro and Loule
Albufeira and Parque da Corcovada amenities:
Retaining all the character of its fishing village origins, Albufeira has become a lively, sought-after and fashionable resort with its beautiful sandy beaches. Parque da Corcovada is closely located to restaurants, bars, cafes and supermarkets. It is also near a bakery, a travel agent for outings, and fruit/ veg markets. On site, there is a snack bar with a full range of Portuguese and European dishes as well as a full bar and dining areas outside on a terrace. Everything is so convenient that a car would not be absolutely necessary. Parque da Corcovada is close to two sandy beaches within walking distance and within driving distance of 23 other beaches. Numerous activities nearby include tennis and horse riding. For children, there is mini-golf and a playground on site. Guests can obtain a membership card for access to the Leisure facilities at the nearby Hotel Real Bellavista where there is an indoor heated pool, jacuzzi, and steam room. Discount is also available on Spa treatment
Leisure activities and attractions:
For the more adventurous, the 'not to be missed 'jeep safaris' can be arranged at reception. For the whole family, Zoomarine, Slide and Splash, Krazyworld, Aqualand, Aquashow are all within a short drive away. There is karting at Almancil. Sea angling trips and boat trips can also be arranged along the coast which depart from Portimao and Vilamoura. Nearby shopping centres in the town centre are Modelo and Pingo Doce. Algarve Shopping Centre is the largest shopping centre in the area with 130 stores, 45 fashion stores, a hypermarket (Continente), 9 cinemas, 12 bowling lanes and free parking. There are also markets in all of the Algarve towns. There are many walking areas in the Algarve at Ria Formosa, Quinta do Lago, Tavira (forest), Monchique, Burgau (coastal), Silves, Sapal Reserve Nature Trail, Alte (summit), Esteveira (dunes), Penina (hills)and Benagil-Senhora (clifftop).
Golf:
Portugal's variety of landscape is surprising and captivating with sunshine year-round and bordered by clean blue ocean from South to north. The Algarve in particular is a Golfer's paradise where the courses can be played almost every day of the year. The course also have good services and facilities. There are three courses within 10 minutes drive of Parque da Corcovada. These are Salgados, the Sheraton Pine Cliffs and the 9 hole Balaia course. Salgados has links style golf and is built on flat lands just behind the sandy beach at Gale. The course has become a haven for a variety of migratory birds. Great use is made of the water for hazards and the course has a sunny Florida feel about it. There is a driving range, putting and chipping greens with a practice bunker. Clubs can be hired. There are also trolleys, buggies and locker room facilities. Light snacks and meals are available at the beach bar. Balaia is an attractive 9 hole par-3 course and is one of the Algarve's golfing gems. Set within the Balaia Golf Village complex and looking out over the ocean, it is a course to test every golfer. There is a golf academy, driving range, putting greens, locker rental and club/trolley hire. The Sheraton Pine Cliffs is well-known because of its appeal to international golfing celebrities. It has an exceptional cliff top position. The European Tour players train here in the winter. There is a driving range, putting green, chipping green,academy and club/trolley hire.
Other Activities:
Bellavista Leisure Park is great for children has quad bikes,mini-golf, tennis,soccer,ball pools,bouncy castles
